It was a warm evening in Delray Beach, the kind where the sun dips slowly into the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. I remember feeling a mixture of excitement and nervous anticipation as I arrived at the top level of the downtown parking garage. I didn’t know it yet, but this night would mark the beginning of a beautiful love story. As I stepped out of my car, I spotted him—his warm smile instantly putting me at ease. We found our way to the Marketplace, where we sat at the bar and ordered drinks and food. Our conversation flowed effortlessly. He spoke with passion about his dreams and aspirations, but what struck me most was the tenderness with which he spoke of his father. There was a glimmer of nostalgia in his eyes, revealing a deep bond that resonated within him. As we were leaving the marketplace, we ran into his dad's best friend, who was a part of every story he told at dinner. It felt like a sign, a fleeting whisper from the universe that this moment was special, meant to be. In that instant, I felt a connection that transcended time and space, as if his father was blessing our encounter. It was as if the universe was affirming that our paths were intertwined, guided by the love of those who came before us. After dinner, we decided to take a stroll along the beach. The moonlight danced on the waves, and the sound of the ocean provided a soothing backdrop to our budding connection. With every step in the sand, the air thickened with unspoken possibilities. We shared more stories about our lives, recounting moments that shaped us into the people we are today. The night unfolded like a beautifully written novel, filled with laughter, deep conversations, and a promise of what was to come. As we walked hand in hand, the warm sand beneath our feet, I knew this was just the beginning of our adventure together. And so, from that serendipitous first date on the beach, where love was not just felt but written in the stars, we embarked on a journey that has brought us to this very moment—ready to say “I do.”